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20mph urban speed limit plans face public backlash as survey reveals opposition
A new survey suggests 66 per cent of Britons oppose reducing more 30mph roads to 20mph, despite evidence linking lower speeds to improved road safety.
Latest New Bikes News
585cc Norton Atlas and Atlas GT revealed as British brand enters adventure market
Norton has finally revealed the spec and features for its long-awaited Atlas and Atlas GT models, bringing a new 585cc parallel-twin platform to the mid-weight adventure touring sector.
Lightfighter EV track demos: The electric motorcycle start-up putting track riders in the saddle
03/06/26
Latest Industry News
KTM poaches BMW Motorrad tech chief Christof Lischka as executive board reshuffle completes ahead of 2026 production push
KTM has appointed former BMW Motorrad development boss Christof Lischka as its new head of technology and product, completing a reshaped executive board as it pushes ahead with its 2026 recovery.
Latest Viral News
When two wheels meets the game of two halves: Bolt Vs Pickford spot kick challenge
Hard enduro star Billy Bolt and England goalkeeper Jordan Pickford go head-to-head in a football challenge unlike anything seen before inside Everton's new Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Videos
We broke a World Record, with NO Front brakes! 🤯
Rv Turner and Sharp
Yamaha R7 2026 Review: Still The Benchmark For entry-level Sports Bikes?
The World's First Ever Self-Balancing Bike Is Here.. But Do We Need It?
RIDE, AGAIN | Harley-Davidson
One Of These Bikes Clearly Comes Out On Top: Triumph Tracker and Thruxton 400 Tested
BMW F450 review | Is this the GS the G310 should have been?
Kawasaki Z650 S 2026 Review: Comfort, Control And A Few Compromises
There's a lot to unpack with these two bikes #BMW #bmwF450 #bikers
The next bike we're taking out on the road... #kawasaki #bikelife
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Daniel Ricciardo reportedly hospitalised following a crash on a dirt bike
Reports state he has collarbone injuries, although he is claimed to be in good spirits as he undergoes treatment.
What is next for Triumph’s growing TR-Series 400cc range
With the launch of the Thruxton 400 now behind us, could a more traditional modern classic Bonneville 400 be on the cards?
Husqvarna’s TE 300 retains road-legal status as part of updated 2026 enduro range
Husqvarna has revealed UK prices for its new 2026 enduro range, which features the road-legal TE 300 and competition-focused models.
UK’s Zapp e-scooters to be sold at Selfridges
Upmarket department store Selfridges will soon begin selling British electric scooters.
The world’s fastest drone has been racing a MotoGP bike at the Red Bull Ring
The world’s fastest FPV drone has been racing a KTM RC16 at the stunning Red Bull Ring
EV brand Ultraviolette scores over £15m in funding
India’s Ultraviolette has big dreams and big plans. And now it has a big pot of money.
Getting to Europe may soon be easier for Scottish bikers
Officials are hoping to open the first Scotland-to-Europe passenger ferry in 15 years.
Uni student builds, rides biodiesel Harley-Davidson on US road trip
It’s loud, it smells like a chip shop, and its creator hopes it will save the world.
Big Indian Motorcycle parade takes place in Cornwall
Indian Motorcycle bikes swamped Cornwall last weekend as part of its 2025 UK National Rally.
Fans of The Motorbike Show will soon have more ways to watch the programme
Fans of The Motorbike Show will soon be able to watch the show online and ad-free, as it moves all episodes to a dedicated website this September.
Land speed streamliner shows up on Facebook Marketplace
A land speed motorcycle streamliner, built by an AMA Hall of Famer, is for sale on Facebook Marketplace.
Billy Bolt confirmed as part of star-studded Red Bull Tyne Ride line-up
The Red Bull Tyne Ride will return in 2025, with local hero and five-time Super Enduro champion, Billy Bolt, set to compete.
Billy Joel is selling his bikes and closing his shop following a rare diagnosis
Billy Joel is set to close his beloved Long Island motorcycle shop and auction off his bike collection because of illness.
Test ride a Harley-Davidson at 2025 European Bike Week
Harley-Davidson will offer attendees the chance to test ride one of its many 2025 models at next month’s event.
Romania to host BMW’s 2026 GS Trophy competition
The location of BMW’s challenging and somewhat quixotic GS Trophy event has been revealed.
Buell partners with Simpson to create forged carbon Mod Bandit helmet
Buell Motorcycles has partnered with Simpson to create a new forged carbon helmet, which is already available for pre-order.
Iconic Honda Six returns to Isle of Man’s Classic TT
An engineering marvel that propelled Mike Hailwood to victory, the Honda Six is set to be ridden again.
KTM updates LC4-powered range with new 690 Enduro R, 690 SMC R models
KTM has revealed its most powerful single-cylinder motorcycles to date, with the arrival of its new 690 Enduro R and 690 SMC R models.
Police in West Midlands aim to tackle illegal off-road biking
Police in Telford are stepping up action against people riding off-road bikes in all the wrong places.
BMW gives its F900 GS, R1300 GS models a stealth look, but only in France
BMW France has revealed special Dark Editions of its F900 GS and R1300 GS models, with cheaper prices included.
London proposal suggests congestion charging for bikers
Congestion charges and lower speed limits are in motorcyclists’ future if this document’s author has their way.
Brazil’s cafe racer build wins the 2025 Triumph Originals contest
Brazil’s Gaijin entry has been crowned the winner of the 2025 Triumph Originals custom build competition.
Ariel Ace dubbed 'The Last One' is back on the market
The Ariel Ace, dubbed 'The Last One', rolled off the production line in 2024 and is now looking for a new owner.
Data reveals safest, most dangerous roads in UK
Department of Transport data shines light on the most dangerous places to ride in the UK.